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Before that, SCHRAPPMESSER had already recorded an album in Low German.
Low German seems to be experiencing a revival these days, if one can even speak of such a thing regarding a language. It is to be welcomed that the Low German language is not dying out. It is by no means just a regional sentimentality. However, I don't want to advocate for Low German here, but rather try to make a transition to the introduction of AALKREIH's debut album.
AALKREIH, by the way, means cormorant, and the band from Flensburg is certainly familiar with these birds, which are unpopular among fishermen. The cormorant is basically the punk of wading and seabirds. Hated by many fishermen, unpopular with many people, but it still lives on and refuses to be brought down.
AALKREIH wants to gain attention first with their debut album.
The band started as a country band but has allowed the musical influences of the individual band members, resulting in an album that can be placed somewhere between country and folk.
The songs are a bit too rocky for country and perhaps too little laden with kitsch and sentimentality for folk.
The songs are well-structured and catchy. In “Nix to Verleern,” a rock influence also comes to the fore, which benefits the song greatly.
In addition to the well-structured songs and the perfectly matching recording, the main vocals by Gerri must be mentioned. His voice is distinctive, mild, strong, and clear. A singing voice that is made for the songs of AALKREIH. I can't imagine a better voice for these songs.
AALKREIH is worth discovering.
They may be positioning themselves between genres with their album, but that only shows character and a strong will. Both are rare in the music scene. Therefore, it should be appreciated even more.
AALKREIH is worth discovering. They deserve to be heard. And even though the album was already released last year, this album is my first big discovery for 2016.
Moreover, the band recorded the album at Volxbad Flensburg. They are thus firmly anchored in the alternative scene. So it's something from the scene for the scene!
